I have been practicing Pilates since 1998, and I am passionate about helping clients regain mobility, rebuild strength, and relieve pain.    I was first introduced to the Pilates Method after spending months in physical therapy while recovering from severe hip and pelvic injuries due to an auto accident.  The effect that the Pilates Method had on correcting my postural imbalances renewed my strength and vitality and made me an avid believer in Joe’s vision of Pilates as a “Return To Life.”    This transformative experience also instilled in me a deep desire to share the life-changing benefits of the Pilates method with others.

While living in New York City in the early 2000s, I practiced at various studios, including Power Pilates, The Kane School of Core Integration, and Tribecca Bodyworks.  In the Spring of 2004, I completed my 600-hour Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Certification through the Ellie Herman method at the Goodson Parker Wellness Institute.  Throughout my years of teaching, I have found deep fulfillment in guiding clients to tune in to their bodies with conscious awareness. I love seeing the neuroplasticity that takes place as they develop healthy and wise movement patterns.   In keeping with the path that led me to Pilates, my initial training and the continuing education courses I have taken over the years have focused on the rehabilitative power of the method.  I have experience and training in working with a wide variety of exceptional circumstances, including shoulder impingement and rotator cuff injuries and surgery, herniated/bulging discs, sciatica, recovery from abdominal surgeries, diastasis recti repair, hip and knee injuries and surgeries, prenatal care, and postpartum recovery.    Being present as clients begin to experience the positive and lasting changes in their bodies from a consistent Pilates practice brings me joy beyond nearly anything else.   I look forward to seeing you in the Studio!

Training and certification highlights:

• Ellie Herman Pilates 600 Hour Comprehensive Certification - 2004

• APPI Rehabilitative Pilates Mat Levels 1 & 2 - 2010

• Pilates Method Alliance National Certification 2012-2020

• MELT Method Certified Hand and Foot Instructor - 2014

• Club Pilates Instructor Training 2015

• Pilates Suspension Method Levels 1 & 2 - 2018